Best 4 Creamy Elegant Rice Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a creamy and elegant rice casserole, a delightful dish that combines the comforting warmth of rice with a rich and flavorful sauce. This versatile casserole can be tailored to your preferences, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a hearty main course or a delectable side dish, this recipe collection has you covered.

**Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole:** Experience the classic comfort food combination of chicken and rice, elevated with a creamy and flavorful sauce. Tender chicken pieces, fluffy rice, and a medley of vegetables are enveloped in a velvety sauce, creating a satisfying and heartwarming dish.

**Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole:** For a cheesy and comforting casserole, this recipe combines broccoli, rice, and a generous amount of cheese. Broccoli florets add a vibrant pop of color and a slightly crunchy texture, while the melted cheese creates a gooey and flavorful topping.

**Creamy Mushroom and Rice Casserole:** Savor the earthy flavors of mushrooms in this creamy and savory casserole. Sliced mushrooms are sautéed until golden brown, then combined with rice, a creamy sauce, and a hint of herbs. The result is a rich and aromatic casserole that will delight mushroom lovers.

**Creamy Spinach and Rice Casserole:** Embrace the goodness of spinach in this vibrant and nutritious casserole. Fresh spinach leaves are wilted and combined with rice, a creamy sauce, and a touch of garlic. The result is a flavorful and healthy casserole that is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

**Creamy Sausage and Rice Casserole:** For a hearty and flavorful casserole, this recipe combines savory sausage, rice, and a creamy sauce. Ground sausage is browned and combined with rice, a blend of spices, and a creamy sauce. The result is a satisfying and flavorful casserole that is sure to become a family favorite.

No matter your preference, this collection of creamy and elegant rice casserole recipes offers something for everyone. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and create a memorable dining experience with these delectable dishes.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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A creamy chicken, wild rice, and mushroom casserole. This elegant, tasty recipe may be made in advance and baked right before company arrives! It's a real family favorite! Serve with French-style green beans or broccoli, fruit salad and French bread. That's all you need.

Provided by KITKATY

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds bone-in chicken breast halves, with skin
1 cup water
1 cup dry white wine
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 onion, sliced
1 cup chopped celery
2 (6 ounce) packages long grain and wild rice mix
1 (16 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup sour cream
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a large pot with water, wine, salt, curry powder, onion, and celery. Cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 1 hour. Remove from heat, strain (reserving broth), and refrigerate to cool. Remove chicken meat from bone, and cut into bite size pieces.
  • Prepare the rice mix according to package directions. Replace the specified amount of liquid with the same amount of the reserved broth.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl combine the chicken, rice, and mushrooms. Blend in the sour cream and soup. Spoon into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 87.7 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1325.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

ZARELA'S FAMOUS CREAMY RICE CASSEROLE FROM AARON SANCHEZ



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I love Aaron Sanchez. He is one of my favorite TV chefs. He runs a number of restaurants. The one he runs with his mother is called Zarela's, his mother's first name. He was on a show called, "The Best Thing I Ever Ate" with his mother. His choice was Zarela's creamy, cheesy rice dish. This is what Zarela wrote after the show. I am posting it here so I don't lose the recipe. "I was just on the Food Network show The Best Thing I Ever Ate with my son, chef and Food Network star, Aaron Sanchez and within minutes viewers were going to my web site www.zarela.com, signing up for updates and writing me to share the recipe. Thank you very much for your interest and I hope you enjoy our famous creamy rice casserole. This is a superior party dish that can be easily pre-assembled and reheated just prior to serving. This is why it is high on the list of all caterers in Northern Mexico, myself included. What makes it a favorite of all eaters is that it has layers of flavors - creamy and hot, crunchy corn kernels, and the cilantro adds a refreshing after-taste."

Provided by Felina

Categories     White Rice

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups water
2 cups converted rice
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lard or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove
1 (16 ounce) can corn
1/2 lb grated white cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil and add butter and salt. When the butter is melted add the rice and bring back to a boil. Lower the heat to very low and cover the rice with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, Take rice out of the saucepan and spread on a baking sheet to cool or allow to cool in the pan uncovered.
  • Meanwhile, combine the sour cream with the 1/4 cup chopped onion and cilantro and add salt to taste.
  • Heat the lard in a frying pan and add the 1/2 cup chopped onion and garlic.
  • Dice the poblanos and add to pan when the onion is wilted.
  • Saute for one minute.
  • Let cool and combine with the rice.
  • Drain the can of corn well and add to the cool rice and poblano mixture.
  • Add the sour cream mixture and mix in the grated cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through in a 350 degree oven.
  • If using a Pyrex dish, the oven temperature should be 325 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 900.2, Fat 42.2, SaturatedFat 23.4, Cholesterol 103.2, Sodium 1600.3, Carbohydrate 106.2, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 10.2, Protein 27

CREAMY ELEGANT RICE CASSEROLE



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I have been having this great rice side dish since I was a little kid. it's so rich and creamy you could even have it on it's own with tortillas and beans.

Provided by ScottySauce

Categories     Rice

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups water
2 cups rice
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 minced garlic clove
2 tablespoons lard or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove
1 (16 ounce) can corn
1/2 lb grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1.- Bring water to a boil and add buttter and salt. When the butter is melted,.
  • add the rice and bring back to a boil. Lower the heat to very low, cover the.
  • rice with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, Take rice out of.
  • the saucepan and spread on a baking sheet to cool or allow to cool in the pan.
  • uncovered.
  • 2.- Meanwhile, combine the sour cream with the chopped onion and cilantro.
  • and add salt to taste.
  • 3.- Heat the lard in a frying pan and add the chopped onion and garlic clove.
  • Dice the poblanos and add to pan when the onion is wilted. Saute for one.
  • minute. Let cool and combine with the rice.
  • 4.- Drain the can of corn well and add to the cool rice and poblano mixture.
  • Add the sour cream mixture and mix in the grated cheese.
  • 5.- Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through in a 350 degree oven. If.
  • using a pyrex dish, the oven temperature should be 325 degrees.

CREAMY RICE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Elaine Louie

Categories     dinner, lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup Uncle Ben's or other converted rice
1 Poblano chile
1/2 cup sour cream
1/8 cup plus 1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 garlic clove
1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
1/8 cup peas, fresh or frozen
4 ounces grated Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven broiler. In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil and add butter and salt. When the butter is melted, add rice and return to a boil. Reduce heat to very low, cover rice with a tight-fitting lid, and cook 25 to 30 minutes. Spread rice on a baking sheet to cool. (To cool quickly, put the rice on the baking sheet in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring every five minutes.)
  • Place poblano on a broiling pan about 2 inches from the broiler. Using a pair of tongs, turn poblano every 3 to 5 minutes, until blistered all over, about 15 minutes. (Alternatively, the poblano may be roasted directly over a gas flame, turning every minute until blistered all over, 3 to 5 minutes.) Transfer to a paper bag and allow to cool. Reduce oven to 350 degrees.
  • When the poblano is cool enough to handle, gently scrape away blistered outer skin and discard the top. Slice open lengthwise and gently scrape away and discard seeds. Slice lengthwise in quarter-inch strips, and cut cross-wise into quarter-inch dice. In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, 1/8 cup chopped onion, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt to taste.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, heat vegetable oil until shimmering. Add 1/4 cup chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until translucent, 1 to 2 minutes. Add diced poblano and sauté 1 minute, then remove from heat and transfer to a casserole or clay pot. Add the rice, corn, and peas. Toss lightly. Add sour cream mixture and grated cheese. Mix lightly but thoroughly. Cover the casserole or clay pot with a lid or foil; if using a Pyrex casserole, reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. Bake until thoroughly heated, about 30 minutes. Serve with a green salad, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 456, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 419 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right rice: Long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine, is best for this recipe. It cooks up fluffy and separate, and won't get mushy.
  • Rinse the rice: Rinsing the rice before cooking removes the starch, which helps to prevent it from sticking together.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is a key flavor component in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
  • Don't overcook the rice: The rice should be cooked through, but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Add the vegetables and cheese at the end: Adding the vegetables and cheese towards the end of the cooking process prevents them from overcooking and becoming mushy.

Conclusion:

This creamy elegant rice casserole is a delicious and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's made with simple ingredients and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy texture and cheesy flavor, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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